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Lots of different sauces that I like...from an all-day-simmered "gravy" made my grandmother's way with meatballs, sausage and pork(haven't had time to do that in years)....to my mom's very easy toss with fresh tomatoes and basil, a wee bit of olive oil and either feta cheese or shaved parmesan, depending on your taste.

Of course, I'm at work with no access to any of my recipes right now! But my "quick sauce" I know off the top of my head:

Combine first 8 ingredients in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat 5 minutes or until smooth, stirring frequently (this can also be done in the microwave; use a tempered glass bowl, like pyrex, cook for 20 seconds, stir, repeat until smooth). Remove from heat. Cook pasta in boiling water 8 minutes, omitting salt and fat. Add tofu, onions, and carrot; drain. Place pasta mixture in a large bowl. Add peanut butter mixture; toss gently.

Boil noodles and rinse in cold water. In a large mixing bowl with a lid add noodles, diced or shredded veggies, equal parts oil and vinegar to taste, and place on lid and shake until well mixed. We usually eat this with baked chicken breast to go with it.